1950 Austin A 90 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 238 kg more than 1950 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 90. 2010 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1950 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1950 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 90 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 90 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
